As a fan, playing Madden football as your favorite player can be one of the most exhilarating things you can do. When I think of fantasy football, I think of cheering for a player who isn't on the home team to help you beat a friend. NFL players can be rich and famous. But over the course of their lives, only a few people suffer problems like concussions and lose a million dollars before the age of 45. Professional football really is as good as a fan thinks it is. I think as a fan, there may be more to the NFL than meets the eye.